Premium Wallpaper Restoration Services

This is the homepage for Fine Print New York - an independent print shop with a focus on large format printing. We are pioneers in the recreation and printing of custom wallpapers, merging expert reproduction, historic restorations, and duplication of vintage, discontinued, or out-of-print designs. Our expertise seamlessly bridges the gap between past and present, bringing to life retro designs from the 70s and 80s, as well as Victorian patterns that echo the elegance of a bygone era.

Our commitment to preserving these unique designs ensures that the charm and style of previous generations, like the wallpapers that adorned your grandmother's house, are kept alive and accessible for today's enthusiasts.

We also print original, custom and personalized wallpapers for home/business owners and artists seeking high quality printable wallcoverings and best-in-class service for orchestrating and producing wallpaper of all types, styles and spaces.

Established in 2004 by creative visionaries with a decade of marketing expertise, Fine Print initially focused on in-house printing needs, swiftly evolving into a comprehensive service.

The turning point came on May 18, when Nike became our first client, marking the first of an extensive roster that now spans from small enterprises to global Fortune 500 corporations who have enlisted our services. Our journey reflects a commitment to quality and versatility in printing, catering to diverse client needs worldwide.

In response to post-pandemic policy changes, our Manhattan office has transitioned to remote client interactions, offering support via phone, chat, or email, while discontinuing in-person meetings. Clients interested in material samples can request them through mail for a nominal fee, ensuring a seamless and accessible experience in exploring our offerings.

Yes, although the concept of a rush applies differently depending on the product. Poster boards, banners and canvas prints can be produced within 24-48 hours. Anything wallpaper related usually requires more lead time, unless the client is exceptionally prepared, has print ready files and is not overly concerned with color matching.

You can pay via ACH, check, or with any Credit/Debit Card, which will cost an additional 4% to cover merchant fees.

We ship and deliver anywhere in the continental US. For more expedited deliveries to anywhere in NYC's 5 boroughs, we provide courier service. All shipments are covered by insurance and will require a signature upon delivery. We work with trusted couriers only, so even if your project is private or has sensitive information, you can rest assured that your confidentiality will be honored.

PDF is the most common format. We also accept all Photoshop formats (PSD, PSB, TIFF) and vector formats (AI, EPS). For digital images we recommend a minimum of 300dpi in order to print details clearly. You should also save your artwork in print-ready CMYK format as it provides a more accurate view of color limitations compared to standard RGB mode, which is meant more for monitors and displays than printers.

Before we can offer a quote we will need to see the actual wallpaper. It doesn't have to be a high quality photo - a simple snapshot from your mobile phone is enough for us to get an idea of the scope, size and complexity of your unique project.

Recreating wallpaper is a fairly involved process which includes scanning, digital restoration and creativity from a skilled technician, not to mention color matching, printing samples. Projects always vary by complexity and the level of preparedness that each client brings to the table, so turnaround ranges as follows:

Basic Restoration (Few colors, simple design): 2-4 weeks

Moderate Restoration (4-6 colors, detailed artwork): Average 5-7 weeks

Historic Restoration (Match an existing installation): At least 8 weeks for accuracy and color matching

For pricing we always look at:

1. The condition/quality of the original sampleA piece which is damaged, dirty or incomplete will require more design hours than a pristine copy.

2. The number of colors and importance of accurate matching Since each color must be separated, each additional color adds to production time. If color matching is critical, this will also increase the cost as multiple rounds of samples must be printed.

3. Complexity of the designThe size and intricacy of the wallpaper will determine just how difficult it will be for our artists to isolate all the shapes and colors.

The best way for us to evaluate your project is to have a visual sample of what you're trying to replicate, even if it's a quick snapshot from your mobile phone we'll be able to let you know the scope and timeframe of the project.

While we do recommend scanning original samples, wallpapers can also be recreated from a photograph.

You can learn more about this process in our article How to Reproduce Existing Wallpaper Designs

Wallpaper reproduction is when your original samples are in mint condition and very little digital editing is needed to make it into a produciton-quality file.

By contrast, wallpaper restoration refers to cases where the original sample is damaged or dirty, requiring far more hours of photo retouching to remove blemishes.

It depends on the style of wallpaper you are trying to replicate. There are a number of different methods, including block printing, screen printing and gravure printing. The more traditional methods can leave a slightly raised texture from the ink, in digital printing, the colors are simulated but the ink sits completely flat on the surface.

It's also important to note that, sometimes, due to the age, exposure to environment, condition of the existing wallpaper, or the original manufacturing process, it might be difficult to match colors exactly. In these cases, we will match the colors as closely as possible to give an overall similar look.

Regardless of the project specs, it's our company policy never to print any wallpaper without the you ordering a press sample first, to ensure you are happy with the final product before purchasing.

Absolutely! We can modify your patterns, change colors and edit the size or placement of your wallpaper design.

As a digital print shop we do not use metallic inks. However, we can print on metallic materials (gold, silver, copper), to achieve the desired effect. Note: We can only produced flat metallic graphics. If your design has texture or shapes pressed into the paper you should search for wallpaper printshops that specialize in both metallic inks and embossing.

In cases where you absolutely must print with metallic inks (ie: for matching purposes) then we can take care of the digital aspect of your project - scanning, retouching and color separating your pattern, before submitting a print-ready file you can take to any specialty print shop.

Yes, as long as you provide expressed written permission from the publisher/copyright owner. Fine Print respects the intellectual and property rights of our fellow creators